Nintendo Switch 2 Update: Full Patch Notes & New Features
▼ Summary
– Nintendo released a firmware update (ver. 20.1.5) for the Switch 2, focusing on general system stability improvements without detailed specifics.
– The update can be downloaded automatically when connected to the internet or manually via the System Settings menu.
– This is the first update since the Switch 2’s day-one update on June 4, which introduced key features like GameChat and backwards compatibility.
– The Switch 2 launched globally on June 5 and sold 3.5 million units in its first four days, setting a record.
– Mario Kart World, a launch title, has been purchased by 79% of Switch 2 owners, either bundled or separately.
Nintendo has released a fresh system update for the Switch 2 console, bringing the firmware to version 20.1.5. While the company remains tight-lipped about specific changes, the official patch notes mention general stability enhancements designed to improve overall performance.
Players can expect the update to download automatically when their console connects to the internet. For those who prefer manual installation, the process is straightforward, navigate to System Settings from the home screen and select System Update.
This marks the first firmware adjustment since the major day-one update on June 4, which introduced key features like GameChat, GameShare, and backward compatibility with original Switch titles.
Since its global launch on June 5, the Switch 2 has shattered records, selling 3.5 million units in just four days. The system’s flagship title, Mario Kart World, has also seen impressive adoption, with 79% of owners purchasing the game, either as part of a bundle or separately.
Nintendo Switch 2 Version 20.1.5 Patch Notes
The update may seem minor, but these refinements often address underlying optimizations that contribute to long-term reliability. Players can expect seamless performance as Nintendo continues to refine its latest console.
(Source: GAMESPOT)
